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tumble - A sudden or headlong fall

The sign posted nearby indicated that it was easy to accidentally take a tumble down the rickety stairs.

noun

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Other / Shape

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crater - A large, round hole in the ground caused by an explosion or impact (like a meteorite).

The moon’s surface is covered in countless craters from ancient collisions.

adjective

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Bad / Nervous

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touchy - Easily offended or sensitive to criticism or comments.

Be careful what you say—he’s really touchy about his artwork.

verb

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babble - To talk rapidly and continuously in a foolish, excited, or incomprehensible way.

Monica worked at home, and sometimes her 1 year old Charlie sat in her lap, and he babbled away about all sorts of things that she didn’t understand.

noun

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Bad / Old

audio

clunker - An old, run-down vehicle or machine

The old clunker of a car hadn't worked in years and was too worthless to even move off the street.

verb

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Bad / Delay

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defuse - To reduce the tension or danger in a difficult situation.

The mediator worked hard to defuse the conflict and tension between the two sides that were trying to negotiate an agreement.

noun

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Bad / Weak

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shanty - A small, crudely built shack

Emily lived in a poor village, and would often wander the streets before returning to her small shanty.

noun

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Good / Big

audio

slew - A large number of things

John looked up, and he saw a slew of birds migrating south, filling the sky

noun

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Good / Energy

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powerhouse - A person, organization, or thing that is very strong, effective, or influential in a particular field or activity.

The athlete became a powerhouse on the track, winning multiple championships and setting records.

verb

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Bad / Attack

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afflict - To cause pain, suffering, or trouble.

The South American country was afflicted by political and financial corruption for decades.

verb

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Other / Entice

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induce - To persuade or influence someone to do something.

The advertisement was designed to induce people to buy the product.

noun

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Good / Calm

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glance - a quick look at someone or something

She took a glance at the clock and realized she was running late.